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Library Technician – Collections and Social Media Coordinator (Union) Renfrew Public Library

Reporting to the Chief Librarian and the Library CEO, the Library Technician is responsible for Collections & Social Media coordination and engages the community by ensuring that collections are relevant, accessible and respond to the community’s needs. This position is also responsible for creating and scheduling social media posts for the library’s platforms, ensuring an effective online presence, and provides technological services to patrons. On a smaller scale, provides reference, reader’s advisory, and circulation services to the public.

Qualifications: 

• A library technician diploma is preferred (combination of education and experience will be considered)
• Minimum of two (02) years related experience in public libraries, cataloguing collections using an ILS or social media creation preferred.
• Ability to work 70 hours bi-weekly, including assigned evenings and/or weekends.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Proven ability to deal effectively and positively with the public.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated competency with current information technology, with the ability to instruct users on library technology use.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships at all levels within an organization.
• Capable of successfully juggling multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and organizing activities.
• As a condition of employment, all applicants must be willing to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check with results that are to the satisfaction of the Renfrew Public Library.

In addition to a competitive salary of $27.84 per hour (2026 rates), the Renfrew Public Library offers exemplary values, a strong community spirit, a rural quality of life, well maintained infrastructure, and an outdoor recreation paradise, all of which help to create a productive environment for personal growth and success.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume, stating “Renfrew Public Library – Temporary - Library Technician – Collections & Social Media Coordinator ”, by 5:00 p.m., April 15th, 2026, to:

Chief Librarian, Renfrew Public Library
13 Railway Avenue, Renfrew, ON K7V 3A9
EMAIL: mmurdock@renfrewlibrary.ca 

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor, the Facility Operator is responsible for supporting the operation, maintenance, care, security, cleanliness and general custodial duties of municipal buildings. Municipal Facilities include, but are not limited to, the Nick Smith Centre, Town Hall, Fire / OPP Station, Public Library, Museum, Public Works facilities as well as parks, sports fields, trails and marina. 

The primary responsibilities for this position include (but not limited to) the following:

• Ensure the proper operation of the Ice Plant as per TSSA regulations.
• Perform ice plant and pool readings up to TSSA and Department of Health regulations including keeping a logbook.
• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of the swimming pool as per Renfrew County Health Unit and Province of Ontario Regulations.
• Perform all janitorial functions by maintaining clean areas, and ensure facilities are safe and user-friendly for both patrons and staff. Keep running inventory of all cleaning chemicals and supplies
• Responsible for giving assistance to all users of the Nick Smith Centre and other related facilities. Making daily regular checks of facility equipment. Reporting damage or vandalism to Operations Supervisor.
• Responsible for performing maintenance in all facilities within the Nick Smith Centre, including maintenance of ice surfaces such as flooding, edging, painting lines and upkeep. To assist in any other maintenance duties deemed necessary by the Operation Supervisor.
• Protect own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, attending all relevant training regarding occupational health and safety. Follow all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Responsible for set up and tear down of facilities according to booking schedules.
• Required to work evening and weekend shifts.
• Assist in on-the-job training of other employees, including part-time staff.
• Other related duties as assigned. The successful candidate will have as a minimum the following qualifications:
• Minimum of Grade 12 education
• Possess a valid class ‘G’ Driver’s License
• Six (6) months’ previous experience in a work-related environment
• Applied knowledge of the refrigeration system and pool filtration operation.
• Applied knowledge of the Parks systems and trails along with other outdoor related facilities that fall under the Operations Department.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety requirements of the job.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS and other relevant regulatory and legislative acts related to the operations and maintenance.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Possess strong administration and record keeping skills.
• Must be physically fit, alert, and capable of following instructions with a minimum of supervision and with a high sense of responsibility.
• Proficiency in the use of tools and power cleaning equipment required to perform the duties of the position.
• Willingness to participate in the continuous development of skills and knowledge as required for the position.
• Ability to provide guidance and leadership to work colleagues.
• Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.
• Capable of practicing good public relations at all times.
• Ability to obtain a satisfactory background check.

Asset Qualifications:

• Pool Operator Level 1 certificate
• Certified Arena Refrigeration Plant Technician (‘CARPT’)
• First-Aid and CPR-AED Certification preferred

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application in confidence by 3:00pm on April 23, 2026, quoting “Facility Operator” attention to Human Resources by:

Mail: Town of Arnprior 105 Elgin St. W. Arnprior, ON K7S 0A8

E-mail: hr@arnprior.ca